.... this is the original cites document which was used to produce the forged one above *
(notice the identic signature and the identic shape of the crosses done with the biro)

* Meanwhile we have learned that the Cites - certificate above this text was forged as well (one would not believe it). This document was never issued by the corresponding authority.

That means that a forged Cites - certificate was used to produce another forged Cites - document (this time from another person).

So much as to the topic honesty in selling boas and reliability of Cites documents...

... in conclusion we don't want to conceal that the authorities have already started an investigation.

... Meanwhile word has spread that it is common in Germany to sell crossbreeds as true locality specific boas.

We have been confronted with such a case again when an acquaintance of ours offered us a litter of Hog Island boas for sale the other day. Our investigation in this matter brought to light that our acquaintance had been ripped off. In fact the Hog Island Boas were HogXAmarali crosses.

Our acquaintance agreed to publish her email in which she thanked us. The reason for publishing this email is to make the people more alert yet when it comes to purchase supposedly true boas.

"I would like to thank you because you were the one who has uncovered this mistake. You maybe think now that I am stupid. But thinking about the trouble I would have faced by selling the animals as true Hog Island boas and carry on breeding these boas I get over it.

Now I will try to sell these animals as crossbreeds for a lower price and hope for understanding buyers. A male has already found a good place. Hopefully all the other animals will also get a good place.

Besides I blame myself that I have not investigated the matter as thoroughly as you did. Actually one must not simply trust other people but rely only on facts that are often toilsome to discover.
Meanwhile I am investigating the background of my other animals. It is just that one is learning from the mistakes.

I haven't reached Mr. ******* so far. Therefore I wrote him a letter. I am curious as to his reaction, but I don't expect very much of him.